PHILIPS VRKD12BL
Owner's Manual

Before Using Your VCR 5
Putting Batteries in the Remote Control

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Remove the battery compartment lid on the bottom of the remote control by pressing the tab, then lifting the lid.

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Insert two AA batteries inside the battery compartment with their + and � ends placed as shown in the picture at right.

Replace the battery compartment lid.

Using the Remote Control Holder
When you do not use the remote control, keep it in the remote control holder (supplied).

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Insert the bent hooks (A) of the remote control holder into the fourth row of holes (C) on the right side of the VCR. Make sure the top hook is in the top hole.

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Pop the straight hooks (B) of the remote control holder into the first row of holes (D) on the right side of the VCR.

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Remote Control Holder (as seen from top)

Erasure Prevention
Video cassette tapes have tabs to make sure recordings are not erased accidentally. The tab is in the bottom left corner on the front of the tape.

To keep from erasing a tape, break off the tab with a screwdriver.

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Helpful Hints

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To allow new recording on the tape, cover the hole with clear tape.

VCR maintenance
In this VCR, use only tapes with the mark. q Remove any stickers or labels from the video cassette tape before putting the tape in the VCR. Labels can jam the VCR. Video heads are an important part of your VCR. You can�t see q them, but the VCR automatically cleans its video heads. The video heads will require replacement eventually. Only an authorized service center should replace the heads. � The remote control and its batteries are supplied. � Do not mix alkaline and manganese batteries. � Do not mix old and new batteries.